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London, UK – The Business of Culture in a Global Capital

Dates: January 9 – 18, 2026

Course Title: GEUR 398 – The Business of Culture in a Global Capital: Exploring London Through Art, Sport, and Theater

Course Description: This course offers students immersive academic and cultural experiences in one of the world’s most influential cities, London. Through site visits to major museums, architectural landmarks, pop culture, and heritage sites, students will examine how London uses its cultural assets—such as art, architecture, sports, theater, and cinema—as drivers of tourism, branding, and global influence. The program explores the intersection of tradition and innovation, revealing how culture functions not only as a form of national identity but also as a dynamic global industry. Students will engage critically with professionals, institutions, and everyday environments, enhancing their understanding of cultural production, economic value, and international perception.

Instructor: Dr. Monica Karachaliou (Europe Center)

Credits:

  • 3 credits that count as liberal arts credits and Honors College credits (if applicable), NO SUBSTITUTIONS.

Spring Term Meeting Day/Time: 

●      Tuesdays from 5:00-6:50 PM EST (Teams) (1/19/2026-2/20/2026)

Travel Dates:

●      January 9 – 18, 2026

Travel Details:

●      Arrive in London by 2 PM on 1/9/2026.

  • Airport transfer to accommodation is NOT INCLUDED because there are multiple airport options. Students should plan to take public transportation or a taxi to the accommodations.

●      Check out of accommodations by 11 AM on 1/18/2026

Accommodation: 

●      Students will reside in private double, triple, or quad rooms with en-suite bathrooms.

●      Hotel St Giles London - https://maps.app.goo.gl/CZDjTiWnwLBhTD3C9

Fees:

  • Travel Fees:
    • $3,180.00 (not including airfare)
    • Travel fee includes:
      • All bus transportation to field trips and activities (students are responsible for metro tickets)
      • All field trips, activities, registration/entrance fees
      • Books and course materials
      • Hotel accommodation (double or triple rooms)
      • Select meals (included: 2 lunches, 2 dinners)
      • Travel insurance
      • Airfare is NOT INCLUDED – students must arrive during a specific time window on a set date and leave university care after the final activity.
        • Students are welcome to arrive early and/or stay after the course finishes.
        • Students are responsible for themselves and all travel costs outside the course days.
        • Notes: 
          • Plan to bring about $40-50 a day because only select meals are included. 
          • Metro tickets are also not included due to the new tap-to-pay system (plan to bring $10-15 per day).

Tentative Itinerary:

  • January 9 
    • Check in (transfer by train or taxi)
    • Orientation at the hotel (guidelines, safety)
    • Walking Tour, “London Calling: First Impressions of a Global Capital” (Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square)
    • Welcome Dinner at a traditional gastropub 
  • January 10 
    • Visit the British Museum “The Business of Art: From Colonialism to Cultural Tourism”
    • Walking Tour “Icons of Power: The monarchy, parliament, and River Thames” (Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye)
  • January 11 
    • Field Trip to Oxford “From medieval cathedrals to modern academia” (lunch included)
    • Visit Sambrook’s Brewery Heritage Center
  • January 12 
    • Visit the Borough Market "The taste of London"
    • Evening Cruise on the River Thames
  • January 13 
    • Visit the Emirates Stadium "The Global Game: How soccer builds brands”
    • Visit the Shakespeare Globe Theater “From Shakespeare to Harry Potter”
  • January 14 
    • Walking tour "London and Cinema" (Harry Potter, Notting Hill, James Bond)
    • Optional show at the West End (not included)
  • January 15
    • Field Trip to Bath and Stonehenge (lunch included)
  • January 16 
    • Free day for Cultural Immersion
  • January 17 
    • Food Tour
    • Optional Soccer Game: Chelsea FC vs Brentford FC (not included)
    • Farewell Dinner
  • January 18 
    • Check out

Guidelines For All Courses:

  • Open to all undergraduate LIU students not graduating in December 2025.
    • P1, P2, and P3 Pharmacy students are also invited to participate.
    • Non-LIU undergraduate students are also welcome to enroll, but must pay the additional credit cost mentioned below.
    • These are spring courses with a travel component before the first day of the spring semester.
    • These courses meet once a week for one hour and fifty minutes over Teams during the first five weeks of the spring 2025 semester (after travel). Courses will meet no more than 5 days during the spring semester, and students are expected to keep the block open for the first five weeks. 
      • If interested students have a time conflict with a mandatory course, varsity sport team, or LIU artistic requirement, please reach out to Gregory.Barton@liu.edu to discuss the possibility of participating asynchronously through recordings. 
      • Students must participate in two virtual prep sessions prior to the trip in November/December. These sessions will be recorded for students who cannot attend.
      • Travel courses are capped at 18 students.
      • Travel courses require at least 10 students to run. Please wait until you receive confirmation from the Global College team before purchasing flights.
      • Students must adhere to the conduct rules outlined in the Student Handbook while on all trips. 
        • If students do not adhere to these rules, they can be expelled from the trip at their expense.

Travel Requirements:

  • All participants must have a valid passport. It cannot expire within six months of the trip. No visa is required for U.S. participants for the current summer study abroad offerings. For non-U.S. citizens, please research travel requirements and reach out directly to discuss your specific needs.
  • Participants must have received all vaccinations required by the country, region, or airline. Please research travel requirements and reach out directly to discuss your specific needs.

Understanding Extra Fees:

  • Credit costs are included in LIU semester tuition (if registered for 18 credits or less).
    • $1,281.00 extra for each credit over 18 (LIU undergrad).
    • $1,519.00 extra for each credit over 18 (LIU professional phase Pharmacy).
    • $4,361.50 additional charge for non-LIU undergraduate visiting students.
      • They will receive three credits from LIU that transfer to their institution. They will need to speak with their own institution to see what the credits count for in their degree.

 

Deadlines:

  • Students must enroll in January travel study abroad courses by 9/30/2025 using the link below. Spring courses will not be available via MyLIU for students to self-register by 9/30, so filling out this form allows a Global College staff member to enroll you in the course on your behalf. By filling out the form, you are required to take the respective course in the spring semester. You must be financially cleared to register for spring courses; otherwise, you will not be registered for the course and will still be liable for fees.
    • https://forms.office.com/r/bQzkNjfr5g
    • A $1000 deposit is due by 10/31/2025. The remaining balance is due according to your spring semester billing plan.
    • Students are fully liable for all travel fees (travel, accommodation, etc.) if they drop short-term study abroad courses after filling out the form. These courses are different from the general LIU refund policy and dates.

Registration:

  • Students will be automatically registered for the course by filling out the form below.
    • https://forms.office.com/r/bQzkNjfr5g
    • Non-LIU students should reach out to Gregory.Barton@liu.edu to enroll.
    • Space in the courses is first-come, first-served. The only way to secure a spot is to fill out the form above. If the course is full, please reach out to Gregory.Barton@liu.edu to be added to the waitlist. If you are added to the waitlist, you will be informed via email by the Global College team and have 24 hours to claim your place.
    • You must be available to meet during the weekly virtual meeting time in the spring semester – this is an LIU course worth 3 credits.
      • If interested students have a time conflict with a mandatory course, varsity sport team, or LIU artistic requirement, please reach out to Gregory.Barton@liu.edu to discuss the possibility of participating asynchronously through recordings. 

Scholarships:

  • LIU scholarships and federal financial aid pay for your semester tuition, not travel fees.
  • LIU students can apply for the Long Island University Study Abroad Fellowship to supplement the travel fees for the study abroad experience by 9/15/2025 
    • The Study Abroad Fellowship is awarded based on merit and financial need. It will not cover the entire amount (typically a few hundred dollars to cover food). 
    • The Study Abroad Fellowship is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Students will be informed of decisions by 9/25/2025.
    • The application link is: https://forms.office.com/r/CkM2T3sYev   

More Information:

  • For more information on each individual trip, there will be info sessions at each campus:
    • Post – Thursday, September 18th from 12:30-1:45 PM in the Gold Coast Cinema (Hillwood Commons)
    • Brooklyn – Wednesday, September 24th from 12:30-1:45 PM in the Honors College Lounge (Pratt 310)
    • Virtual – Wednesday, September 24th from 6:00-7:00 PM Join the meeting now
    • If you have any questions about the courses or other general study abroad questions, please reach out:



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